DAVENPORT, IOWA (September 20, 2024) — The Azubuike African American Council for The Arts is excited to celebrate its tenth anniversary with a special screening of the award-winning documentary One Person, One Vote? by renowned filmmaker Maximina Juson. The celebration will take place on Sunday, October 20, at The Last Picture House, beginning with a reception at 3PM, followed by the film screening at 4PM, and concluding with a Filmmaker Talk and Q&A, 5:30-6:30PM.

Maximina Juson's One Person, One Vote? is an award-winning documentary that delves into the origins of the US Electoral College, its connections to slavery, and its ongoing impact on American politics today. The film's unique perspective features four electors from different political backgrounds, including a Republican, Democrat, Green Party, and Kanye West elector. The documentary has received critical acclaim, winning prestigious awards, including the Best Documentary Feature — Programmers Award at the 2024 Pan African Film Festival, the Audience Award at the 2024 Harlem International Film Festival, and the Reel Impact Award at the 2024 Pulling Focus African American Film Festival.

"Azubuike is proud to mark this milestone anniversary by engaging our community with a film that sparks vital discussions on democracy and the power of every vote," said Gaye Shannon Burnett, Founder of Azubuike African American Council for The Arts. "We believe that this documentary screening and conversation with Maximina Juson perfectly align with our mission to empower and educate our community, especially in times when civic engagement is more important than ever."

The event is free and open to the public. It focuses on inspiring dialogue about the significance of voting in America's democratic process. With the 2024 elections approaching, One Person, One Vote? will undoubtedly foster critical discussions around the power of one Vote and the impact each individual can have on shaping the nation's future.

Join us for this special celebration of Azubuike's decade of service to the community and an inspiring evening of film, conversation, and engagement.

About Azubuike African American Council for The Arts:

Established in 2014, the Azubuike African American Council for the Arts is dedicated to using art and culture to educate, inspire, and empower the Quad Cities community, particularly underserved youth. Through various programs, including the Urban Exposure Film Project and the Pulling Focus African American Film Festival, Azubuike continues to foster creativity, self-expression, and social justice.

About the Filmmaker:

Maximina Juson is an award-winning filmmaker whose début feature film, One Person, One Vote?, takes a deep dive into the US Electoral College. Juson's work has been recognized for its ability to illuminate complex topics engagingly, as evidenced by her previous productions, including Mama Bears and Harlem Rising.

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